1.) General Information about Courses On Demand (A.K.A - Independent/Student-Athlete)
What is Courses On Demand powered by TEL Education Program?
The Courses on Demand Program is a flexible, no-barrier pathway to earning transferable college credits through regionally accredited university partners (such as Briar Cliff University, McMurry University, and Oklahoma Christian University). Designed for students aged 13 and older, the program eliminates traditional red tape—requiring no applications, transcripts, or entrance exams. With a rolling, year-round enrollment process, students can register and begin their coursework within 24 hours, making college-level learning immediately accessible and affordable.
Regionally Accredited Granting University Partners
Students are required to review the course objectives and select the university that aligns with their academic goals prior to enrollment. As college-level offerings, TEL courses require a suitable level of academic commitment.
Students are required to review the course objectives and select the university that aligns with their academic goals prior to enrollment. As college-level offerings, TEL courses require a suitable level of academic commitment.
Briar Cliff University
- Students must be 13 years or older
- College student-athletes
- College students seeking transfer credit
- High school students
- Homeschool students
- Adult learners
- A government-issued photo ID is required for:
- Proctored midterm and final exams
Students may begin coursework while obtaining an ID, but must have it before scheduling exams.
McMurry University
- Students must be 13 years or older.
- Only current high school AND homeschool students are eligible to enroll.
- A government-issued photo ID is required for:
- Proctored midterm and final exams
Students may begin coursework while obtaining an ID, but must have it before scheduling exams.
Oklahoma Christian University
- Students must be 13 years or older.
- Only current high school AND homeschool students are eligible to enroll.
- A government-issued photo ID is required for:
- Proctored midterm and final exams
Students may begin coursework while obtaining an ID, but must have it before scheduling exams.
Restriction:
Due to NC-SARA affiliation, Oklahoma Christian University does not accept enrollment from residents of California.
| Briar Cliff University |
Students may begin coursework while obtaining an ID, but must have it before scheduling exams. |
| McMurry University |
Students may begin coursework while obtaining an ID, but must have it before scheduling exams. |
Oklahoma Christian University |
Students may begin coursework while obtaining an ID, but must have it before scheduling exams. Restriction: Due to NC-SARA affiliation, Oklahoma Christian University does not accept enrollment from residents of California. |
Key Program Features
Key Program Features
- Year-round enrollment is available through an eligible university partner page.
- Briar Cliff University:
- Fall 2025: August 1-January 12
- Spring 2026: January 13-June 2
- Summer 2026: June 3-August 12
- Oklahoma Christian University and McMurry University
- Fall: August 1-Dec. 31
- Spring: January 1- May 31
- Summer: June 1- July 31
- Students may enroll as early as age 13 upon proper registration.
- Courses are online, asynchronous, and self-paced within the required course timeframe.
- TEL provides the courseware, instructors, and course support services.
- Students can earn credit from a regionally accredited university partner after successful completion.
- Courses On Demand generally begin after purchase and successful registration processing.
- Students may take no more than four courses per semester: Fall, Spring, or Summer.
Course Prices, Minimum/Maximum limit & Types of Payment
| Credit- hour Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| One-credit-hour course | $100 |
| Three-credit-hour course | $300 |
| Four-credit-hour course | $400 |
TEL Education reserves the right to modify course pricing and institutional policies at any time without prior notification.Course Limit
- Minimum enrollment: one course.
- Maximum enrollment: four courses per semester.
- Students cannot take more than 4 courses per semester (Fall, Spring, or Summer).
Accepted Types of Payments
TEL Education accepts the following payment methods at checkout:
- Debit cards
- Credit cards
- Apple Pay
- Google Pay
Unaccepted Payment Methods
- Installment plans
- FAFSA
- Pell Grants
- OK Promise Scholarship
- GI Bill
- Other scholarships or financial aid programs
Why does my card get declined?
Why does my card get declined?
- Bank Authorization: Banks often restrict new platform purchases. You may need to contact your bank to authorize the transaction.
- Input Errors: Incorrect card numbers, expiration dates, or CVV codes will cause payment failure.
- Address Mismatch: The checkout billing address and ZIP code must exactly match your bank's records.
- Spending Limits: The transaction may exceed your credit limit or daily spending cap.
- Expired Card: Using an old expiration date after receiving a replacement card leads to declines.
Bank Authorization: Banks often restrict new platform purchases. You may need to contact your bank to authorize the transaction.
Input Errors: Incorrect card numbers, expiration dates, or CVV codes will cause payment failure.
Address Mismatch: The checkout billing address and ZIP code must exactly match your bank's records.
Spending Limits: The transaction may exceed your credit limit or daily spending cap.
Expired Card: Using an old expiration date after receiving a replacement card leads to declines.
Course Completion and Final Exam Eligibility Timeline
Students will not receive credit for completing courses faster than the required minimum timeframes. Weeks are counted consecutively, not concurrently.
Please be advised that the final examination will remain inaccessible if any preceding lessons or modules remain uncompleted, irrespective of the designated exam availability date. Successful completion of all prerequisite course material is a mandatory requirement for examination eligibility.
| Number of Courses | Minimum Completion Time | Final Exam Eligibility/Unlock |
|---|---|---|
| One course | Two consecutive weeks, or 14 days | The final exam may be taken 14 days from the enrollment date or after. |
| Two courses | Four consecutive weeks, or 28 days | Both final exams may be taken 28 days from the enrollment date or after. |
| Three courses | Six consecutive weeks, or 42 days | All final exams may be taken 42 days from the enrollment date or after. |
| Four courses | Eight consecutive weeks, or 56 days | All final exams may be taken 56 days from the enrollment date or after. |
Multiple Purchase Rules:
Multiple Purchase Rules:
- Adding a second course within 7 days requires a 4-week (14-day) minimum completion time for both.
- Adding two more courses within 7 days (three total) requires a 6-week (42-day) minimum for all.
- Adding three more courses within 7 days (four total) requires an 8-week (56-day) minimum for all.
- Early completion is not an integrity violation, but credit will not be granted before the required timeframe.
Maximum Course Time
The maximum course time allowed is 6 months (180 days) from the course start date. The course start date begins when the "Welcome to Your Online Course" email is sent to the student after registration is submitted.
Technology Requirements
Each course is delivered fully online in Canvas. Students must have reliable access to a computer or laptop and consistent internet access to view course materials, complete assignments, and take proctored exams.
- Desktop or portable computer, including Windows PC, Mac OS, or Chromebook.
- Tablets, smartphones, and iPads are not fully supported.
- Google Chrome browser.
- Honorlock Chrome Extension downloaded and enabled before proctored exams: Honorlock Chrome Extension
- Working built-in or external webcam, speakers, and a microphone.
- Internet speed of at least 2 Mbps download and 2 Mbps upload. Hot spots are not recommended.
- Test your internet speed here: http://www.speedtest.net
- Review full course technology requirements here: Technology Requirements
Honorlock - Proctoring Requirements | Honorlock requires a stable internet connection with a minimum download speed of 1.5 Mbps and an upload speed of 750 Kbps. A consistent, reliable connection is necessary for the webcam and screen recording to function properly throughout the exam.
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How does Honorlock proctoring work? | Monitored Exams – All exams use Honorlock with AI and live proctoring to ensure academic integrity. 🖥️ Online & Remote – Take exams fully online. No account or appointment required. Available 24/7. 📋 What You Need – Laptop or desktop computer, webcam, microphone, valid ID, and stable internet. 🚫 No Mobile Devices – Phones and tablets are not supported or permitted. 🔐 No Passwords – Honorlock does not use exam passwords. If prompted, ensure the Chrome extension is installed and enabled. |
Contacts, Hours of Operation, and Holiday Closures
🕒 Standard Operating Hours
The standard business hours for all operations, help desks, and administrative offices are:- Monday through Friday
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Central Standard Time (CST)
📞 Technical & Proctoring SupportFor system glitches, exam access, or software/hardware proctoring troubleshooting:- Email: support@tel-education.org
- Phone: 833-441-3629
Enrollment & Registration QuestionsFor course purchase, registration, program eligibility, or student account inquiries:
🗓️ Scheduled Holiday ClosuresThe offices and live support lines are closed on the following observed holidays. Ticket responses and phone support will resume on the next standard business day.
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Day after Thanksgiving
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
🕒 Standard Operating Hours
The standard business hours for all operations, help desks, and administrative offices are:
- Monday through Friday
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Central Standard Time (CST)
📞 Technical & Proctoring Support
For system glitches, exam access, or software/hardware proctoring troubleshooting:
- Email: support@tel-education.org
- Phone: 833-441-3629
Enrollment & Registration Questions
For course purchase, registration, program eligibility, or student account inquiries:
🗓️ Scheduled Holiday Closures
The offices and live support lines are closed on the following observed holidays. Ticket responses and phone support will resume on the next standard business day.
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Day after Thanksgiving
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
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